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Claudia M. Sklar has been actively engaged in the litigation of general civil and commercial matters, with an emphasis on creditors’ rights including commercial and residential foreclosures, commercial law, and title insurance litigation for over 40 years. Her practice also includes: Residential and commercial real estate Commercial leasing Default servicing Landlord/tenant litigation, eviction Commercial financing Loan workouts Bankruptcy, debt restructuring General business matters Su...

Michael Kenney is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Defendants. Michael practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Michael Kenney since 2023. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Michael Kenney is held by other lawyers.

Frank J. McCoy, Jr. is a Connecticut personal injury attorney and Board Certified trial attorney who focuses on representing individuals seriously injured in car accidents, premises liability incidents, dog bite cases, and other negligence cases. With decades of experience, Frank has built a reputation for handling complex injury cases and achieving strong results for his clients. He is Board Certified in Civil Trial Law - a distinction held by only a small percentage of attorneys, reflecting...

Richard F. Vitarelli is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice areas of Employment Law - Management and Labor Law - Management. Richard F. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Richard F. Vitarelli since 2007. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Richard F. Vitarelli is held by other lawyers.

For nearly three decades, the emphasis of Mr. Escalera’s practice has been labor and employment law and litigation. Initially, Mr. Escalera served with the Army Judge Advocate General’s Corps for nine years where he engaged in extensive criminal and civil litigation. Mr. Escalera was last stationed at the Pentagon where he acted as lead counsel for the Army Litigation Division defending the Department of the Army in employment discrimination suits brought by civilian employees in ...

Lorey Rives, based in Hartford, Connecticut, is a seasoned attorney at Harris Beach Murtha with over three decades of trial and appellate experience. She provides legal representation for corporate, municipal, and individual clients across multiple jurisdictions in Connecticut and New York. Her practice areas encompass commercial litigation, covering general commercial disputes, creditors' rights cases, complex contract matters, and more. Lorey has participated significantly in the courtroom,...

David M. S. Shaiken focuses his practice on commercial litigation in state and federal courts, probate and inheritance disputes, and bankruptcy litigation. For over 36 years, David has provided lean, highly strategic advocacy for businesses, fiduciaries, professionals, and heirs facing critical financial and legal turning points. By deliberately avoiding the administrative bloat and multi-lawyer overhead of massive firms, he ensures his clients receive direct, partner-level representation tai...

Louis J. Donofrio is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Real Estate Law. Louis J. practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Louis J. Donofrio since 2018. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Louis J. Donofrio is held by other lawyers.

Meghan Freed is a lawyer recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area of Family Law. Meghan practices law in Hartford, Connecticut Best Lawyers has recognized Meghan Freed since 2027. The Best Lawyers recognition is based on a peer-review survey of lawyers in the same geographic region and legal practice area. The recognition reflects the professional regard in which Meghan Freed is held by other lawyers.

Tanya A. Bovée is a principal in the Hartford, Connecticut, office of Jackson Lewis P.C. and a member of the firm’s Board of Directors. Tanya represents employers in a wide range of issues related to employment law, bringing a practical approach that is focused on achieving clients’ goals and based on almost 20 years of employment law experience. Tanya advises employers in a wide range of industries, including life sciences, retail, automotive, manufacturing, and hospitalit...